Climate of Riga, Latvia
Area-weighted average across Riga. For where people actually live and travel, see the cities below.
Riga, a subdivision of Latvia, has a seasonal climate on average. Area-weighted monthly temperatures across the whole territory range from -3.7°C / 25.3°F in February to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July, with rainfall from 29 mm / 1.1 in to 79 mm / 3.1 in depending on the season (649 mm / 25.6 in total across the year). See the city listed below for point-value climate at specific locations — these often differ from the area-weighted average, especially in geographically diverse subdivisions.
| Month | Temperature | Rainfall | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | -3.6°C25.5°F | 37 mm1.5″ | Snowy |
| February | -3.7°C25.3°F | 29 mm1.1″ | Snowy |
| March | 0°C32°F | 32 mm1.3″ | Snowy |
| April | 5.6°C42.1°F | 40 mm1.6″ | — |
| May | 11.5°C52.7°F | 47 mm1.9″ | — |
| June | 15.4°C59.7°F | 60 mm2.4″ | — |
| July | 17.3°C63.1°F | 79 mm3.1″ | — |
| August | 16.7°C62.1°F | 76 mm3″ | — |
| September | 12°C53.6°F | 75 mm3″ | — |
| October | 7°C44.6°F | 66 mm2.6″ | — |
| November | 1.8°C35.2°F | 59 mm2.3″ | Snowy |
| December | -1.9°C28.6°F | 49 mm1.9″ | Snowy |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Riga?
Riga, Latvia does not have a clear sunny-and-dry window by our cutoffs. The warmest month is July at 17.3°C / 63.1°F, and the driest is February at 29 mm / 1.1 in — likely your best travel window. For city-level detail, see the cities section below.
What is the climate of Riga?
Riga, Latvia has area-weighted monthly average temperatures ranging from -3.7°C / 25.3°F in February to 17.3°C / 63.1°F in July. Annual rainfall averages about 649 mm / 25.6 in, with the wettest month being July (79 mm / 3.1 in) and the driest February (29 mm / 1.1 in). Because this is an area average across the whole subdivision, local city values can differ substantially.
What is the hottest month in Riga?
The hottest month in Riga is July, with an area-wide average temperature of 17.3°C / 63.1°F.
What is the coldest month in Riga?
The coldest month in Riga is February, with an area-wide average temperature of -3.7°C / 25.3°F.
When does it rain most in Riga?
The wettest month in Riga is July, averaging about 79 mm / 3.1 in of rainfall. The driest is February with about 29 mm / 1.1 in.